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Maple-Pecan Sweet Potato Bliss

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This maple-pecan sweet potato bliss is the ultimate cozy comfort dish. Creamy, maple-sweetened mashed sweet potatoes are topped with a buttery pecan crumble and baked to golden perfection—perfect as a side or dessert for fall and holiday meals.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 to 8 servings
  • Category: Side Dish, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • For the sweet potato base:
  • 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons butter or plant-based butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup milk or plant-based milk (adjust to desired creaminess)
  • For the pecan topping:
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or almond flour
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash in a large bowl.
  3. Stir in maple syrup, butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, salt, and milk until smooth and creamy.
  4. Spread the sweet potato mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine pecans, brown sugar, flour, melted butter, cinnamon, and salt until crumbly.
  6. Sprinkle the pecan topping evenly over the mashed sweet potatoes.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the sweet potatoes are heated through.
  8. Let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Add orange zest or juice to the base for a citrusy touch.
  • Top with marshmallows during the last 10 minutes for a dessert-style twist.
  • Substitute pecans with rolled oats or sunflower seeds for a nut-free version.
  • Use coconut milk for extra richness and a subtle tropical note.
  • Make ahead and refrigerate before baking to save time.

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